US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground in Lewis and Clark County, Montana.
| Managed by | Bureau of Reclamation (Canyon Ferry Lake) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 72 |
| Site types | 69 standard, no electric, 3 group shelter electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 2 sites |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 120 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <p>We only charge fees during "Peak Seasons" the 1st weekend of May through the second weekend of September.</p> |
| Phone | (406) 475-3921 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Hellgate Campground before you go.
Hellgate Campground is located 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284. In July of 1805 the Lewis and Clark Expedition traveled through the Canyon Ferry area exploring and mapping the Missouri River. When Lewis visited the area he described it as a beautiful and extensive plain country of about 10 to 12 miles wide which extended upwards further than an eye could see. In the 1850s the gold rush hit the Canyon Ferry area attracting miners from all over the United States in the hopes of striking it rich. Recreation Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Hellgate Campground is in Lewis and Clark County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.